NATURAL REMEDIES

If you're suffering from bronchitis, you have a choice of a host of natural remedies which can help with the condition on many levels.

Natural remedies work on a holistic level to treat bronchitis. For example, they soothe the symptoms, and promote healing as well as directly attack the cause of the bronchitis. And they work to strengthen the immune system to that the body can fight the affliction itself.

Let's look at some natural remedies that relieve the symptom of congestion in the lungs. One is to add a tablespoonful of garlic to some chicken stock. Sip throughout the day. The herbs thyme, eucalyptus, and lobelia are also helpful. Thyme has anti-microbial properties and can help with a spasmodic cough. Fragrant herbs such as eucalyptus help break up phlegm and so relieve bronchial congestion. Lobelia is an expectorant, and it also relaxes the airways.

Licorice soothes mucous membranes and is a medicinal powerhouse. It works as an expectorant to discharge mucus and phlegm, as an anti-inflammatory to lower swelling in the tissues, and also has antiviral properties.

For bolstering the immune system eating foods rich in vitamin C and flavinoids are effective. Such foods include fruits and vegetables. Other than their anti-viral properties, they work as anti-oxidants which help reduce inflammation in the bronchi.

These are just a few of the natural remedies for bronchitis which offer a safe and gentle way to treat the symptoms and cause of the disease.